Teaching Systematic Synthetic Phonics in Primary Schools - Paperback

by Wendy Jolliffe (Author), David Waugh (Author), Angela Gill (Author)

The government prioritizes systematic synthetic phonics as a key strategy in the teaching of reading. This core text is your guide to teaching systematic synthetic phonics in primary schools.

The book′s balance of research and practice and its focused approach enables you to develop an in-depth understanding of what works in phonics teaching, and why.

It begins with the subject knowledge that underpins effective teaching and goes on to explore pedagogy from the early years to Key Stage 2. It includes guidance on systematic progression, intervention and multi-sensory and interactive methods.

This 4th edition includes a new section ′Challenges in learning and teaching phonics′ supporting you to meet the individual needs of children.

Author Biography

Dr Wendy Jolliffe is Professor at the University of Hull and a former deputy headteacher who has worked in Initial Teacher Training (ITT) for many years. She worked as a Regional Adviser for ITT for the National Strategies from 2008 to 2010.

David Waugh lectures at Durham University. A former deputy headteacher, David was National Strategies Regional Adviser for ITT. As well as his educational writing, David also writes children′s stories.

Angela Gill is Assistant Professor (Teaching) in the School of Education at Durham University. She is an experienced teacher with a particular interest in early reading. Angela provides expert input on phonics and early reading for both undergraduates and postgraduates.